Chapter 238: Is This Answer Correct? (Fifth Update)

Rong Xiu withdrew that flicker of golden flame, and only then did the black void begin to gradually repair itself.

Once it had completely returned to normal, the golden light in the depths of Rong Xiu's eyes finally dissipated, returning to his previous profound gaze.

Only then did he lightly pat Chu Liuyue's back.

"There, it's alright."

Chu Liuyue slowly raised her head and glanced at him.

Rong Xiu looked no different than before.

However, she had a faint feeling that the Rong Xiu here seemed somewhat different from the one she had met previously.

She wondered if it was because of that so-called "Holy Son" identity...

Suppressing the doubts in her heart, she looked back.

The magnificent surface of the sea had returned to calm.

The two water curtains that had been burning with flames earlier had completely vanished without a trace.

And that man in the black robe had indeed disappeared as well.

"Is he dead?"

Rong Xiu gave a faint "Mm," appearing indifferent.

Chu Liuyue's heart, however, gave a sudden leap.

That black-robed man was a peak sixth-stage martial artist!

To think he died just like that!

And—not even a bone remained!

Just how did Rong Xiu do it?!

Although she hadn't seen anything just now, she had heard the sounds of the commotion clearly.

She could roughly guess what had happened.

It was just that she truly could not imagine how Rong Xiu had managed to slay that black-robed man.

In fact, he had been standing here holding her the entire time, without even shifting his footing once.

She had too many questions in her heart, but as the words reached the tip of her tongue, they suddenly failed to come out.

Rong Xiu suddenly took out a white handkerchief and carefully wiped the blood from his hands.

Chu Liuyue glanced at it; it was the very one he had lent her last time.

The two of them suddenly fell into silence.

A subtle atmosphere gradually spread between them.

Only now, having calmed down, did she snap back to her senses, gradually remembering what she had just done.

Suddenly, she felt somewhat dazed.

Had she just... lunged forward for Rong Xiu's sake?

At that moment, she seemed to have disregarded even her own life and death, acting so decisively and directly.

Her fingers curled slightly, unsure if she should step back.

"What are you thinking about?"

Rong Xiu glanced down, guessing her thoughts, and asked casually.

"Thinking about you and I—" *That sounds a bit strange...*

Chu Liuyue blurted it out, but stopped halfway through immediately.

No matter how she put it, those words felt wrong.

Rong Xiu gave a light chuckle and put the handkerchief away. Only after ensuring there was no more blood on his hands did he finally nod in satisfaction and look at her.

"You and I? What about it?"

Chu Liuyue coughed, tried to push him, but found she couldn't move him, so she gave up.

"It's nothing. I was wondering, what did that person mean just now when he said that summoning the Holy Son's Golden Body outside the Sky Curtain Realm would invite punishment?"

Rong Xiu paused, then suddenly stared at her intently.

As if drawn by something, Chu Liuyue unconsciously looked back at him.

Their eyes met, like deep currents beneath still water.

"I also happen to want to ask a question. When we encountered danger just now, you stood in front of me and told me to leave first. What did you mean by that?"

His tone was soft and slow, but his gaze was deep and extremely serious.

Chu Liuyue was instantly embarrassed.

In truth, she didn't know why she had acted that way either.

She had a faint suspicion in her heart, but she couldn't bring herself to say it.

"You haven't answered my question yet."

"As long as you tell me the answer to this question first, I will certainly tell you everything else you wish to know."

"Rong Xiu!"

"Mm?"

Chu Liuyue glared at him.

He was clearly doing this on purpose!

Looking at her face full of embarrassment, Rong Xiu truly loved her to no end.

He leaned in a little closer.

The two were inches apart, their breaths mingling.

He chuckled lowly

"Actually, I have an answer, but I don't know if it's correct. Otherwise, I'll tell you, and you only need to say whether it is right or wrong, how about it?"

Chu Liuyue blinked in a daze, only to see his gaze suddenly become exceptionally dark.

Her heart also suddenly skipped a beat.

Immediately after, his fingers slid gently from her cheek to pinch her chin, forcing her to lift her face slightly.

He leaned down, approaching.

Chu Liuyue only felt a softness on her lips, slightly cool.

That familiar cold fragrance suddenly became intense, diffusing through the air in an instant.

Chu Liuyue's eyes widened, and her heart felt as if it were being squeezed heavily, feeling an incredible sweetness and softness.

Was Rong Xiu...

The sea breeze blew gently, and the moonlight was bright and clear.

She could even see the faint shadows cast by his thick eyelashes upon his eyelids.

Rong Xiu had intended only a fleeting touch, but the moment he encountered that incredible softness, he felt as if something in his heart had suddenly collapsed.

The moonlight spilled down, lightly touching the sea surface, drifting gracefully with the surging waves, shimmering with light.

Between heaven and earth, all was quiet, as if time and space had frozen at this moment.

Chu Liuyue pushed Rong Xiu.

But she was never his match to begin with; these two pushes felt like nothing more than a light tickle.

Patches of bright moonlight leaped forward, seemingly wanting to break free from the sea, only to be swept away by the wind and waves, intertwining with the deep blue seawater.

Light and dark contrasted each other, like clear jade being gradually swallowed by the sea.

Only then did Rong Xiu release her slightly, looking at her with deep eyes.

"How is this answer?"

His voice was slightly hoarse, but his gaze was so sincere.

Chu Liuyue knew what he was asking, but to ask in such a manner was truly...

Her heart beat rapidly, her cheeks warmed slightly, and she couldn't help but glare at him.

Little did she know that at this moment, her eyes were shimmering with emotion and her face was like a peach blossom; this glare held no intimidation at all. Instead, it was the coquettishness of a young girl, bringing joy to the one watching.

His fingers rubbed gently against her cheek as he murmured in a low voice

"It seems it's incorrect. Then—how about this?"

As soon as the words fell, he leaned down again.

His voice was both blurred and clear, every word and sentence falling upon Chu Liuyue's heart like a clap of thunder.

Once, and then again.

He was usually cold-hearted and ruthless, yet he was willing to entrust all the patience and tenderness of this life to this one person.

Even if she had not yet admitted it, even if she was unpredictable, even if her heart was wavering.

He was willing to surrender, offering his true heart with both hands.

Just to wait for an answer.